Amanda Nunes News
Kayla Harrison won't be calling out Amanda Nunes just yet: 'I have great respect for everything she’s accomplished'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - December 1, 2024
Kayla Harrison won’t be calling for a showdown with Amanda Nunes just yet. Harrison appears to be in prime position to challenge for the UFC Women’s Bantamweight Championship. The current titleholder is Julianna Pena, who has called for a trilogy fight with Nunes.
Raquel Pennington reacts to Amanda Nunes' potential UFC return
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 20, 2024
Raquel Pennington has weighed in on the possibility of an Amanda Nunes return. Nunes got the MMA community buzzing with a social media video directed at UFC CEO Dana White. In the clip, “The Lioness” teased a return to MMA.
Julianna Pena reveals UFC wants to book Amanda Nunes against her or Kayla Harrison next: "Wants to look like a hero"
Josh Evanoff - October 14, 2024
The UFC reportedly wants to book Amanda Nunes against the winner of Julianna Pena vs. Kayla Harrison. ‘The Veneluzen Vixen’ returned to the octagon in the co-main event of UFC 307 earlier this month. There, Julianna Pena competed for the first time since her defeat against Amanda Nunes in the summer of 2022. For her first fight back, the former champion faced new bantamweight titleholder, Raquel Pennington.
Dana White reacts to Amanda Nunes teasing UFC return: "She looks great"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - October 9, 2024
Dana White has responded to Amanda Nunes teasing a potential UFC comeback. Nunes has cemented her place in MMA history. She retired from pro MMA competition after successfully defending the UFC women’s bantamweight title against Irene Aldana back in June 2023.
Julianna Pena believes she can lure Amanda Nunes out of retirement with UFC 307 win
Harry Kettle - September 28, 2024
Julianna Pena believes there’s a chance she could lure Amanda Nunes out of retirement with a big victory at UFC 307. As we know, Amanda Nunes is widely considered to be the greatest female fighter of all time. She has, however, been retired for a while now, riding off into the sunset with an incredible record behind her.
Kayla Harrison continues to campaign for fight against Amanda Nunes: "It's the biggest female fight maybe ever"
Josh Evanoff - September 26, 2024
UFC women’s bantamweight contender Kayla Harrison still wants to face Amanda Nunes. The Judoka is currently set to return to the cage at UFC 307 next month. Back for the first time since a destructive stoppage win over Holly Holm in April, Kayla Harrison will face Ketlen Vieira. For her part, the Brazilian hasn’t competed since a decision victory over Pannie Kianzad. With a win, both women hope to earn a title shot.
Kayla Harrison opens up on feud with former teammate Amanda Nunes: "Don't f*ck with my homies"
Josh Evanoff - September 10, 2024
Kayla Harrison has opened up on her feud with former two-weight UFC champion Amanda Nunes. The judoka hasn’t competed since making her promotional debut in April at UFC 300. That night saw Kayla Harrison face former women’s bantamweight champion Holly Holm. Despite ‘The Preacher’s Daughter’ trying to earn a title shot, she was battered en route to a second-round stoppage loss.
Kayla Harrison would love to see former champ-champ Amanda Nunes return to the UFC: “I think also she struggles to not be in the limelight”
Harry Kettle - September 3, 2024
Kayla Harrison has explained why she wants to see former champion Amanda Nunes back in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Over the course of the last few years, Kayla Harrison has been making a real name for herself. Following on from her Olympic success, she’s been enjoying a strong run with both PFL and UFC. Now, as she prepares to take on Ketlen Vieira in her next outing, it feels like there is a very viable route to the title for her.
Jorge Masvidal explains why he would pick Kayla Harrison to defeat Amanda Nunes in a potential super fight
Harry Kettle - April 17, 2024
Jorge Masvidal has explained why he would pick Kayla Harrison to defeat Amanda Nunes if the two ever fought. Last weekend, Kayla Harrison made her debut in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. It was a successful outing, as she submitted Holly Holm in fairly dominant fashion.
Dana White reacts to possibility of Amanda Nunes vs. Kayla Harrison following UFC 300
Fernando Quiles Jr. - April 14, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has weighed in the possibility of Amanda Nunes coming out of retirement to mix it up with the likes of Kayla Harrison. Harrison had a successful UFC debut, mauling former UFC Women’s Bantamweight Champion Holly Holm for a second-round submission. During her post-fight interview, Harrison made it clear that she wants a shot at the 135-pound gold.
Kayla Harrison still hopeful she can lure Amanda Nunes out of retirement: "I want to fight the best"
Cole Shelton - April 10, 2024
Kayla Harrison still hopes she can lure Amanda Nunes out of retirement. Harrison and Nunes used to train together at American Top Team and many fans hoped the fight would happen down the line. Unfortunately, Harrison was in the PFL while Nunes ended up retiring from MMA. But, with Harrison now signed to the UFC and set to make her promotional debut on Saturday at UFC 300 against Holly Holm, Harrison is hopeful with a win she can lure Nunes out of retirement.
Julianna Pena slams Amanda Nunes after UFC 297 retirement comments: "How dare she?"
Josh Evanoff - January 22, 2024
Julianna Pena is unhappy with Amanda Nunes’ comments at UFC 297 over the weekend. ‘The Lioness’ was in attendance in Canada, to watch the new women’s bantamweight champion crowned. In the co-main event, Raquel Pennington defeated Mayra Bueno Silva by unanimous decision. In the process, picking up where Amanda Nunes left off. Last summer, ‘The Lioness’ famously vacated the title, retiring following a win over Irene Aldana.
Amanda Nunes reveals nerve damage led to her retirement at UFC 289: "Things are starting to get harder for me"
Cole Shelton - August 4, 2023
Amanda Nunes has opened up on why she retired following UFC 289. Nunes defended her bantamweight title against Irene Aldana back in June in Vancouver at UFC 289, and proceeded to announce her retirement in the Octagon. In the lead-up to the title bout, many thought it would be Nunes’ retirement fight and now, months after retiring, the Brazilian revealed nerve damage played a big role in why she retired.
Holly Holm disappointed she won't be able to rematch Amanda Nunes but expects to fight for vacant title next
Cole Shelton - July 12, 2023
Holly Holm believes she will be one-half of a vacant women’s bantamweight title fight. After Amanda Nunes dominated Irene Aldana over all five rounds back at UFC 289, she announced her retirement from MMA and vacated her titles. Immediately, many wondered who would be fighting for the vacant bantamweight title and Holm believes if she wins at UFC Vegas 77, she will be one-half of that title fight.
Miesha Tate says there is a new lease on life for UFC bantamweights following Amanda Nunes’ retirement: “There’s no way any of us were beating her”
Harry Kettle - July 11, 2023
Miesha Tate believes there’s a new lease on life for the UFC women’s bantamweight division following the retirement of Amanda Nunes. Last month, Amanda Nunes retired from mixed martial arts. She did so as a two-weight UFC champion, going out on top – something very few fighters are able to do. In doing so, she vacated both belts, including the bantamweight strap – a championship she had to win back from Julianna Pena.
Julianna Pena still frustrated by Amanda Nunes retiring: "We do have unfinished business"
Josh Evanoff - July 5, 2023
Nearly a month on from UFC 289, Julianna Pena is still upset about Amanda Nunes’ retirement. ‘The Venezuelan Vixen’ has been out of the cage since her rematch with ‘The Lioness’ last July. The bout took place just six months after Julianna Pena shook up the world, submitting the Brazilian. However, in the rematch, she was dominated by Amanda Nunes, who reclaimed the gold by unanimous decision.
Michael Bisping says Amanda Nunes joined two other fighters by retiring at the perfect time
Harry Kettle - June 20, 2023
UFC commentator Michael Bisping believes Amanda Nunes retired from mixed martial arts at the perfect time. Earlier this month, Amanda Nunes announced her retirement from MMA, effective immediately. She did so after successfully defending her UFC bantamweight championship against Irene Aldana in Vancouver, Canada.
Cris Cyborg reacts after former UFC rival Amanda Nunes announces her retirement from MMA
Josh Evanoff - June 15, 2023
Cris Cyborg has reacted to the retirement of former UFC rival Amanda Nunes. ‘The Lioness’ returned to the octagon over the weekend at UFC 289 opposite Irene Aldana. ‘Robles’ took the fight on short notice, as Amanda Nunes was originally slated to fight Julianna Pena in a trilogy bout. In the main event of UFC 289, the Brazilian dominated en route to a lopsided decision victory.